Sussex chickens are a heritage poultry breed known for its egg-laying abilities. This chicken breed turns a free-range diet into a heavy production of beautiful brown or tinted eggs. The origins of ...

For the meat lover:: Chickens, of course, are good for meat as well as eggs, and Cornish game hens offer broad breasts and good flavor. Also known as Indian game hens, these birds can be crossed with ...

Nine thousand chickens set for the slaughter house have been saved - thanks to readers of The Argus. The laying hens, which had reached the end of their legal egg-producing lives, were due to be ...

I feel such satisfaction every time I collect the eggs laid by my backyard flock. It does not surprise me that so many city-dwellers are choosing to have a small flock of chickens. It is empowering to ...

Ever get so angry or embarrassed that you go red in the face? We have all been there. But now, apparently so do chickens. Skin going red in response to certain emotions has been observed in other ...

An animal sanctuary near Sittingbourne has given 50 hens a home for life, after shocking footage emerged at a free-range farm. About 150 animal activists from animal rights group Direct Action ...

Assessing the reddening of a hen: lighter red when at rest (on the left), scarlet red during negative experiences such as capture. Studying emotion in animals is a complex research field, little ...

A QUICK phone call to the kennel or cattery is always at the top of the check lists for pet owners when planning a holiday. But how many have considered booking a holiday home for their hens? Farmer ...